First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G The ICC Champions Trophy is just over 20 days away. The venues which were supposed to get ready by 25th January, are still not ready. It is believed that a lot of construction work is still pending.

Tickets for next month’s ICC Champions Trophy group-stage matches and the second semi-final in Pakistan are now available for online purchase, starting today [Tuesday].

The ICC said that the ticket sales for the Pakistan leg of next month's Champions Trophy will begin from Tuesday despite the stadium renovation work in the host nation is yet to be completed.

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark event for Pakistan cricket, overcoming initial challenges to pave the way for a successful tournament. With revamped stadiums, extensive security measures, and a well-thought-out neutral venue policy, Pakistan is ready to host an unforgettable cricketing spectacle.

West Indies hammered Pakistan by 120 runs in the second Test to post their first win in the nation after a gap of 34 years.